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Species of single-celled organism From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Isotricha intestinalis is a species of holotrich[2] protozoa in the class Litostomatea.
Isotricha intestinalis | |
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Scientific classification | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Clade: | Diaphoretickes |
Clade: | SAR |
Clade: | Alveolata |
Phylum: | Ciliophora |
Class: | Litostomatea |
Order: | Vestibuliferida |
Family: | Isotrichidae |
Genus: | Isotricha |
Species: | I. intestinalis |
Binomial name | |
Isotricha intestinalis Stein, 1859[1] | |
Isotricha intestinalis can be 200 micrometers long, and is distinguishable by its mouth position.[3] They are the largest protozoans present in the rumen of sheep.[2]
This species has microbody-like organelles, and a highly granular appearance.[4]
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